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How many members have Motion Sim Rigs?

Discussion in 'Off Topic - All other stuff here' started by gazza1101, May 20, 2016.

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  1. gazza1101

    gazza1101 Member

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    Yes cant wait till Simtools 2:)
    gazza1101, May 23, 2016
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    So i guess the transducers add to the experience with a motion Rig?
    gazza1101, May 23, 2016
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  3. BlazinH

    BlazinH Well-Known Member

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    What transducers add depends on the fidelity of motion your rig can achieve. The higher fidelity the motion is, the less transducers add to the experience.
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    BlazinH, May 23, 2016
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  4. Barry

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    The transducers are a cheap add on. In total they'll maybe cost me around £100 to add to the system. If they add immersion of some sort then it's a bonus. I wanted them to add road texture or small subtle vibrations to the sim which the large movements from the motors won't be able to create.
    Barry, May 24, 2016
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  5. GTHQ_koop

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    This :)
    GTHQ_koop, May 24, 2016
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  6. Adrianstealth

    Adrianstealth Active Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
    SCN6, 4DOF
    Heres a pic

    Everything custom made (apart from bodnar ffb), used 80/20 for a few prototypes prior to going to box tube / welded / powder coated

    Built for racing motion but it to my surprise feels brilliant for flight too

    It seemed like lots of hassle at the time but the enjoyment it has paid back even in the last year has easily paid back + its rock solid and maintenance free, it will keep paying back co rears to come, this and VR is truly an escape

    Ps if anyone needs scn6 covers and damper systems let me know
    -laser cut , machine welded, powder coated , they look fab
    WIN_20160517_15_23_40_Pro.jpg WIN_20160517_15_24_17_Pro.jpg
    Got to do a bit of cable tidy that's all
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    Adrianstealth, May 24, 2016
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  7. f1iceman

    f1iceman Why So Serious ? ( The Joker )

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    smashing that is :)
    that wheel must make it aswell
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    f1iceman, May 24, 2016
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  8. Nick Moxley

    Nick Moxley Well-Known Member

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    Why the Cables on top of the wheel, Why not pivot the motor and have them on the side ?
    Nick Moxley, May 24, 2016
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  9. gazza1101

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    I have never seen a wheel like that, looks expensive:) a little better than my G920 iI would imagine.
    gazza1101, May 24, 2016
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  10. Nick Moxley

    Nick Moxley Well-Known Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    They are called AC servo motor's....capable of upwards of 60nm of torque, So enough to break finger and bones......Totally different level as opposed to the commercial stuff like Logitech/Thrustmaster.

    Stock Fanatec compared to Upgraded Buhler's.

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    AC servo motor.

    [​IMG]
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    Nick Moxley, May 24, 2016
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  11. f1iceman

    f1iceman Why So Serious ? ( The Joker )

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    leo bodnar sim ffb yes £3000 + without a wheel.
    think it just takes your sim to another world on par with any f1 simulation system.
    one day but not till my other things are sorted.
    ps a wheel is £1000+

    i am not sure if its competion is accuforce or not tho as thats a good setup i think too.
    f1iceman, May 25, 2016
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  12. f1iceman

    f1iceman Why So Serious ? ( The Joker )

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    think you need more bodyshells ! lol
    f1iceman, May 25, 2016
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  13. SilentChill

    SilentChill Problem Maker

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    Whats a motion sim ? :D
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    SilentChill, May 30, 2016
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